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When to go to Andalusia? Weather, temperatures… The best time to travel by season

2022-06-23T18:12:56.873Z


Relaxation on golden sand beaches, visits to towns with a fascinating history, hikes in natural parks, or the discovery of ancestral traditions… Each season offers a unique experience of Andalusia. Details of climate, weather and festivities,...


Although Andalusia can be visited all year round, the best months to discover the South of Spain are April, May and June, as well as September and October, when the temperatures are mild and the landscape is colourful.

The climate on the coast is temperate, while inland the winters are harsh and the summers hot.

In July and August, temperatures can easily reach 36°C in Seville and Cordoba.

From December to February, the thermometer shows 16°C on the coasts and 13°C in Granada.

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Weather, events... The best period by region

Visit Andalusia in spring

Capital of Andalusia, Seville can be discovered over a long weekend, just two hours by plane from France.

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Spring is one of the best seasons to visit Andalusia.

In

Granada

, where temperatures fluctuate between 18°C ​​and 25°C from March to May, you can discover the Alhambra, a symbol of Andalusian history and culture.

Stroll through the streets of the city, get lost in the narrow passages of the Moorish quarters of Albaicín and Sacromonte, and end your visit with a stop at the Mirador de San Nicolás, from where you will have a superb view of the city .

The mild climate, the sunny days and the various celebrations make

Seville

a perfect destination in April, when the thermometer reads 24°C.

You can discover the monuments of the city, including the Cathedral of Santa María de la Sede, the Giralda and the Real Alcázar which are located in the same area.

Stroll through María Luisa Park and watch the sunset over Plaza de España, Seville's most beautiful square.

You can also attend the Semana Santa processions, which take place from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday.

Fifteen days after this “Holy Week”, Sevillians celebrate the Feria de Abril, a very popular festival that lasts a week with traditional costumes, dances, flamenco and street parades.

Read also48 hours in Seville, the vibrant Andalusian

Going to Andalusia in summer

A fortified city in the province of Cadiz, Tarifa and its long sandy beaches are best visited in summer.

You can try your hand at windsurfing or kitesurfing.

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Tourist activity is in full swing in the summer.

Temperatures hover around 36°C, although they are generally milder on the coast due to the winds which blow almost non-stop.

In

Huelva

and its province, you can visit the natural area of ​​Marismas del Río Piedras and relax on the beaches of El Rompido, Punta Umbría and Matalascañas in Almonte to escape the sweltering heat in the center.

Heading south you will find the coast of

Cádiz

and the stunning beaches of Zahara de Los Atunes, Caños de Meca, Faro de Trafalgar and Valdevaqueros.

Taking advantage of water at 23°C, you can practice windsurfing, surfing and kitesurfing, especially in Tarifa, a town famous for its fortress.

In August, the

Costa del Sol

draws travelers to the beautiful beaches of Marbella, Puerto Banús, Fuengirola, Benalmádena and Torremolinos to the west.

To the east, the towns of Torre del Mar, Torrox, Nerja, the beaches of Maro and the picturesque white village of Frigiliana are also worth visiting.

Don't miss the Feria de

Málaga

!

September is ideal for visiting

Almería

and its province, which offers more than 100km of spectacular beaches and bays, as well as a magnificent natural park, Cabo de Gata.

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Traveling in Andalusia in autumn

Mountains, rivers, forests... A biosphere reserve recognized by Unesco, the Sierras de Cazorla and Segura natural park will delight hikers passing through Andalusia.

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The Andalusian autumn is characterized by pleasant temperatures, oscillating between 20°C and 25°C.

Spain's largest protected area, l, in the province of

Jaén

, offers spectacular hiking routes.

Visit

the Sierra Norte Natural Park

, walk along the fabulous

Vias Verdes

, and venture into the Sierra de

Hornachuelos

Natural Park , in the province of Córdoba.

If you are in Granada, you can visit the

Alpujarra

, a 70km wide valley at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, dotted with villages of authentic charm.

As in spring, the cities are particularly pleasant to visit and retain all their character.

Read alsoOur must-sees in the Alpujarra of Granada, Andalusia

Visit Andalusia in winter

The sweetness of life in Andalusia will allow you to discover the Sierra Nevada National Park during the winter season.

You will be able to stroll through the various villages that dot the region around Granada.

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In December, all the towns of Andalusia are adorned with Christmas lights and decorations.

You will be able to taste the typical treats of the end of the year celebrations, such as

polvorones

,

mantecados

and

turrones

... In January, visit

the Sierra Nevada National Park

, in the province of Granada, where temperatures hover around the 15°C.

What is the largest national park in Spain is also the southernmost protected area in Europe, where you can admire splendid snowy landscapes while skiing and snowboarding.

Do not miss to discover the villages of Ubeda and Baeza, both classified as World Heritage by Unesco.

Source: lefigaro

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